Metrojet & Our People

METROJET HISTORY

Established in 1997 and headquartered in Hong Kong, Metrojet Limited is a Hong Kong-based business jet operator dedicated to meeting the needs of our clients by providing a complete range of business aviation services in the air and on the ground, including comprehensive aircraft management, maintenance and consulting services. The Company has expanded its footprint into the Philippines in 2012, and China and Vietnam in 2022.

Owned by the Kadoorie family who also maintain a controlling interest in The Peninsula Hotel Group, Metrojet upholds an uncompromised reputation, and utmost safety and service excellence are in our nature.

The Kadoorie family’s involvement with China’s aviation industry began in the 1930s, as the country’s first air routes began to expand, and foreign business interests developed. Airlines used The Peninsula Hotel as their terminal, where services provided were equal to those enjoyed at the airport.

In 1974, with the purchase and registration of Hong Kong’s first private helicopter by The Honourable Sir Michael Kadoorie, the way was paved for the formation of Heliservices, which was established in 1978 to service the community’s needs. In 1997, Metrojet was founded, becoming Hong Kong’s first business jet operator.

Our passion for aviation has led us to a long-term commitment to the region’s industrial development. For more details on the Kadoorie family’s heritage and contribution to Hong Kong’s aviation industry, please visit Hong Kong Heritage Project.

Kai Tak Airport, Circa 1930’s.

The Chairman, passionate about aviation even from a young age, here seen at Le Touquet airport, Fran.

Postcard from Sir Horace Kadoorie to his brother Lord Lawrence Kadoorie, detailing his flying experience on-board an empire flying boat, Circa 1938.

Postcard from Sir Horace Kadoorie to his brother Lord Lawrence Kadoorie, detailing his flying experience on-board an empire flying boat, Circa 1938.

Lord Lawrence Kadoorie’s letter on the development of Hong Kong as an aviation hub, and encouraging the landing of American commercial aircraft in Hong Kong, Circa 1945.

Lord Lawrence Kadoorie’s letter on the development of Hong Kong as an aviation hub, and encouraging the landing of American commercial aircraft in Hong Kong, Circa 1945.

Lord Lawrence Kadoorie’s letter on the development of Hong Kong as an aviation hub, and encouraging the landing of American commercial aircraft in Hong Kong, Circa 1945.

Cathay Pacific Airways counter, located in The Peninsula Hotel lobby, Circa 1950’s.

The Kadoorie Family pioneered business aviation in Hong Kong with the establishment of Heliservices in 1978 and Metrojet in 1995.

Metrojet’s first aircraft, a Hawker 700 at Kai Tak Airport, 1997.

Metrojet’s first Gulfstream Aircraft, a GIV, on loan from Gulfstream, 2001.

Metrojet Engineering Clark had the soft opening for its MRO facility in May 2021.

METROJET MANAGEMENT TEAM

Dave Yip

Acting Chief Executive Officer

Dave brings with him over 20 years of progressive management experience in both business and commercial aviation. He started his aviation career with HAECO, moved into business aviation with Metrojet in 2006 as the Engineering Support Manager and subsequently joined Hongkong Jet for eight years as their Chief Operating Officer, overseeing all aircraft management and maintenance functions. After re-joining Metrojet in 2019, Dave was responsible for the Business Development, Client Relations, CAMO and Commercial Departments. He also holds a master’s degree in international management.

Stewart Borg

Director, Flight Operations

Captain Stewart Borg has extensive business aviation experience in Operations as well as Checking and Training. Stewart has been with Metrojet since 2005 having previously served as Lead Captain, Deputy Chief Pilot and Manager, Flight Training and Licensing. Stewart is a Check and Training Captain for Metrojet as well as an Authorised Examiner for the Gulfstream G450, G550 and G650ER for the Civil Aviation Department of Hong Kong (HKCAD).

Angela Fan

Director, Finance

Angela is a seasoned and professional Senior Finance Executive with more than 20 years of finance experience in aviation, insurance, and auditing industries in the Asia Pacific region. Prior to joining Metrojet, Angela was the Consultant and Finance Director in Jardine Aviation Services Group and Jardine Lloyd Thompson Hong Kong. Angela holds a bachelor’s degree from The Queen’s University of Belfast in the United Kingdom and a number of professional qualifications, including the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Mabel Yiu

Director, Human Resources

Mabel was appointed as Head of Human Resources at her ninth year with Metrojet. She has a total of 15 years of HR experience in business aviation, shipping, automobile and consultancy industries where her immense competencies in talent acquisition, management, training & development, employee engagement, and compensation & benefits have been flourished. Mabel is very passionate about growing & coaching staff, and building a positive people culture within the company.

Rudgen Guzman

General Manager, Metrojet Engineering Clark

Rudgen has over 25 years of progressive experience in both the commercial and business aviation sectors. Prior to joining Metrojet Engineering Clark, Rudgen was Senior Manager – Operations and Special Projects and Maintenance Manager for Jet Aviation Manila (previously Hawker Pacific).